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AYUSH
Seven Union Ministers to launch Yoga-Break Mobile Application tomorrow, as part of ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’
As a part of ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ celebrations launched by the Government of India to commemorate 75th Year of Independence, Union Minister of Ayush and Minister of Port, Shipping & Highways, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, along with six Union Ministers, will launch the Y-Break mobile application in star-studded event at Vigyan Bhawan tomorrow . The Ministry of Ayush has planned a series of events and campaigns in the week-long programme from August 30 to September 5.
The other dignitaries joining the launch include Shri Mansukh Laxmanbhai Mandaviya, Union Minister for Health and Family welfare and Minister of Chemical and Fertilizer, Shri Kiren Rijiju, Union Minister of Law and Justice, Shri Anurag Singh Thakur, Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting and Youth Affairs and Sports, Shri. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State , Ministry of Science and Technology, Earth Science, DOPT and PMO, Smt. Meenakshi Lekhi, Union Minster of Tourism and Culture and Dr. Munjpara Mahendrabhai Kalubhai, Minister of State for Ayush and Woman and Child Development.
The 5 - minute ‘Yoga Break Protocol’ consists of a very useful Yoga practices devised to de-stress, refresh and re-focus on work to increase the productivity of individuals at workplace. The concept of "Yoga Break"  is relevant to working professionals across the world. It has been carefully developed by eminent experts under a tested protocol.
The protocol comprises of a few simple Yogic practices as follows:
Tadasana- Urdhva-hastottanasana- Tadasana
Skandha chakra- Uttanamandukasana– Kati Chakrasana
Ardhachakrasana, PrasaritaPadottanasana- Deep Breathing
Nadishodhana Pranayama
Bhramari Pranayama- Dhyana
This module was launched in January, 2020 as pilot project basis in six major metro cities in coordination with different stake-holders. A total of 15 days trial was conducted by Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga in collaboration with six leading Yoga Institutes of the country, wherein total 717 participants from different Private and Government bodies participated and the trial was a huge success.
During the launch ceremony tomorrow, a presentation on five minutes’ yoga protocol/live demonstration will be conducted by Dr. Ishwar V. Basavaraddi, Director, MDNIY and technical presentations on Application will be done by Dr. LeenaChhatre, OSD , MoA.
About 600 participants including eminent Yoga Practitioners, Scholars, Policy Makers, Bureaucrats, Yoga Enthusiasts and Experts of Allied Sciences are going to participate in the launch of the App.
Ministry of Steel
Shri Dharmendra Pradhan Calls for Balancing Life and Livelihood, as India Unlocks
Minister of Steel and Petroleum and Natural Gas Shri Dharmendra Pradhan today addressed a webinar on “Working in Covid-19 times”, organised by the Ministry of Steel. Speaking on the occasion, Minister Pradhan said that as the nation unlocks and people get back to work, we must understand that the virus is very much here and it’s important to take all precautions and balance life and livelihood. He also said that in the last few months we have established protocols and practices with significant success to fight against the #Covid_19 pandemic and talked about the need to continue following all recommendations by experts, ensure social distancing, wear masks, wash our hands to contain the spread of infection.
Speaking on the occasion, Minister of State for Steel Shri Faggan Singh Kulaste talked about the role of steel CPSEs in the fight against the pandemic, high recovery rate in India, the economic package announced by the Government and the need to adopt a more healthy lifestyle. He said that people in rural areas and tribal belt have been relatively less affected by the pandemic as compared to the urban populace, and this can be largely attributed to their lifestyle, food habits, and closeness to the nature.
AIIMS Delhi Director Dr. Randeep Guleria talked about the steps which need to be taken to minimise the risk of infection while resuming work, adjusting to the new normal of wearing masks, ensuring social distancing, washing hands, self monitoring, contact tracing and realigning workplace practices to minimise the risk of infection spread.
Dr. Ishwar V. Basavaraddi, Director, MDNIY, Ministry of AYUSH, elaborated upon the basic yoga postures and practices which could help enhance one’s immunity and stay healthy.
The webinar also witnessed participation from officials from the Ministry of Steel and its CPSEs.
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Ministry of Communications
India Post Opts for Road Transport to Handle Increased Parcel Traffic
Kolkata, November 14, 2019
Due to the increased parcel traffic in the country, the Department of Posts is opting for road transport for inter-circle movement. This was informed by the Chief Postmaster General, Shri Gautam Bhattacharya, today in the city, in an interactive session titled ‘India Post: The Road Ahead’. Shri Bhattacharya said, this service has already started on November 1, this year in Kolkata - Guwahati, Kolkata – Bhubaneswar and Kolkata – Patna circuit. The service between Kolkata & Ranchi is going to commence soon, most likely on January 1, 2020. According to Shri Bhattacharya, as Railways is giving more priority on passenger freight, they are not in position to spare space for parcels. In such a situation, Department of Posts has opted for inter-circular movement of parcels by road transport. He added that, his department is emphasising on financial inclusion of unbanked rural areas of West Bengal through India Post Payment banks  and even encouraging digital payment and drawing of money in unbanked rural areas. The Department of Post is also putting thrust on delivering core Governmental services like issuing of passports through Post Office Passport Seva Kendras and as on date there are 424 such kendras working in the country, establishing AADHAR Seva Kendras in post offices  for updating, enrolment and correction of AADHAR Cards. Shri Bhattacharya also briefed about the department’s vision for 2024 as he pointed out that the aim is to reach the last mile of the comprehensive financial inclusion in rural areas as well as to create infrastructure for parcel handling capacity in Tier II and Tier III cities. India Post is also aiming to strengthen the last mile delivery system, achieving 10 per cent of the market share by 2024, trying to ease the system of e-commerce exports through post offices and strengthening its network for citizen-centric services.
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PIB Headquarters
DAK ADALAT FOR SETTLEMENT OF COMPLAINTS AND PROBLEMS ON POSTAL SERVICES
Ahmedabad, 22-05-2017
Dak Adalat for settlement of complaints and problems on Postal Services will be held at 11.00 hours and onwards on 07-06-52017 at the office of Senior Superintendent of Post Offices, City DIvision, Ahmedabad, Nr. All India Radio, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad – 380 009. The SSPOs, Ahmedabad City Division will hear each complaint individually,
The concept of the Dak Adalat is to give a personal hearing and settlement of problems of public members on the spot. The complaints related to Postal Services in brief should be sent to Shri Shahikumar Uttam, Senior Superintendent of Post Offices City Division, Ahmedabad, Nr. All India Radio, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad – 380 009. The complaint should reach to the above office latest by 05-06-2017. The complaint received after the due date and related to policy matter will not be entertained. The complaints should be concrete and in brief & should not be general natured.
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Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Rules relaxed for divorced daughters to receive Family Pension: Dr. Jitendra Singh
Rules have been relaxed for divorced daughters to receive Family Pension and now a daughter will be entitled to receive the Family Pension even if the divorce had not finally taken place but the divorce petition had been filed by her during the lifetime of her deceased parent employee/pensioner.
Disclosing this while briefing the media about some of the important reforms brought in by the Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare, Union Minister of State  Development of North Eastern Region , MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh said that the earlier Rule provided for payment of Family Pension to a divorced daughter only if the divorce had taken place during the lifetime of deceased parent pensioner or his spouse. The new circular will not only bring ease in the life of pension receiving individuals but also ensure respectable and equitable rights for the divorced daughters in the society.
Orders have also been issued for grant of Family Pension to a Divyang child or sibling even if the Disability Certificate is produced after the death of the pensioner parent but the disability had occurred before the death of the parents. Similarly, to bring ease of living for the Divyang pensioners, Dr Jitendra Singh said, the Attendant Allowance for the helper has been increased from Rs. 4,500 per month to Rs..6,700 per month.
Dr Jitendra Singh said, one of the most noteworthy initiatives taken by the Pension Department is with regard to the Digital Life Certificate. Keeping in view the difficulty faced by the senior citizens who have gone and settled abroad with their children after retirement, he said, circular has been brought out on Consolidated Instructions on Life Certificate and commencement of Family Pension for those living abroad vide which the concerned Bank Branch abroad and the Indian Embassy/ Consulate/High Commission have been instructed to provide Life Certificate and commencement of Family Pension there itself.
At the same time, Dr Jitendra Singh said, all Pension Disbursing Banks have been instructed to provide doorstep Life Certificate to those pensioners who are unable to visit the bank.
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Ministry of Mines
Start-ups and Industries can help address Mining Sector Technological Challenges – Mines Secretary Vivek Bharadwaj
Mines Ministry in Collaboration with IIT Bombay to Organize Mining Start-up Summit in Mumbai
The Ministry of Mines has unveiled the logo of Mining Start-up Summit here today. On the occasion, Shri Vivek Bharadwaj, Secretary Ministry of Mines said that start-ups can play a significant role in addressing the technological challenges faced by the mining sector of the country and the same will pave the way for a healthy eco-system for mining sector growth. In order to attain this goal, the Ministry of Mines will be organizing the first Mining Start-up Summit in Mumbai in collaboration with IIT, Bombay on 29th May, 2023. The Secretary was addressing the Media after unveiling the logo of the upcoming Summit. More than 150 start-ups and 20 major industries will be participating in the Summit, Shri Bharadwaj added.
Ministry of Mines has been promoting productivity and innovation in exploration and mining of minerals for fulfilling the vision of “Atamanirbhar Bharat”. With the country having the third largest start-up ecosystem in the world there is scope for involving start-ups in addressing challenges in the mining sector, to simplify the process for the mining industry by leveraging new technologies in exploration and mining and thereby enhancing mineral production of the country, the Secretary further added.
Start-ups in the fields of exploration, virtual reality, automation, drone technology, consultancy etc will be participating in the Summit to be organized at IIT, Bombay, Powai.
The Summit will be mainly focusing on innovation and techniques that will support and improve the performance, safety and help in building autonomy in the field of mining and metallurgy. During the event, Ministry of Mines will interact with the start-ups in the field of Mining and Metallurgy and how these start-ups equipped with different technology may contribute in the activities of mining sector and boost the capabilities of exploration and mining and enhance production in the mining industry.
The Summit will also be focusing on interaction with leading industries in the mineral exploration sector, financial institutions and banks. Students and young professionals working in the fields of exploration, virtual reality, automation, drone technology, consultancy, etc. will also be benefited from the event.
Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs 
CCEA approves proposal for setting up 12,000 MW grid-connected Solar Photovoltaic  Power Projects
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs , chaired by Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has approved the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy's proposal for implementation of the Central Public Sector Undertaking  Scheme Phase-llfor setting up 12,000 MW grid-connected Solar Photovoltaic  Power Projects, by the Government Producers with Viability Gap Funding  support of Rs. 8,580 crore for self-use or use by Government or Government entities, both Central and State Governments.
The 12,000 MW or more capacity of grid connected solar power projects will be set up by the Government Producers in 4 years period, i.e. 2019-20 to 2022-23, as per the terms and conditions specified in Government Producer Scheme.
The Scheme will mandate use of both solar photovoltaic  cells and modules manufactured domestically as per specifications and testing requirements fixed by MNRE.
With the implementation of the above mentioned Scheme, 12,000 MW or more of grid connected solar PV power projects would be set up by Government Producers in 4 years i.e. 2019-20 to 2022-23, thereby creating investment of about Rs. 48,000 crores.
The Scheme will also help in giving a push to "Make-in-lndia" by encouraging Government Producers to procure solar cells and modules from domestic manufacturers. The Scheme will create sufficient demand for domestically produced solar PV cells and modules for next 3 to 4 years.
The proposal for setting up 12,000 MW Solar Power Projects will provide direct employment to around 60,000 persons for about one year in pre-commissioning activities/ construction phase and around 18,000 persons for about 25 years in the operation and maintenance period. In addition, more than 1,20,000 additional employment opportunities will be created for the local population by way of involvement in setting up of Solar Power Projects and also in manufacturing of domestically produced cells and modules.
Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
Numaligarh Refinery Limited achieves highest-ever Crude throughput and Distillate yield.
Numaligarh Refinery Limited  has achieved a major milestone by recording the highest-ever crude throughput of 3.093 million metric tonnes  against its nameplate capacity of 3.0 MMT in the FY 2022-23. Additionally, the company has also achieved a distillate yield of 87.6%, the highest since its inception. NRL has accomplished this feat while keeping Capital Expenditure at ₹ 6,615 Crore, which is the highest ever till date, surpassing its earlier record of ₹ 3,605 Crore in the FY 2021-22.
The Company has concluded FY 2022-23 on a positive note with exemplary physical performance which is expected to translate into financial gains and enhanced bottom lines. Major Refinery products such as MS, HSD and Wax have shown highest ever production figures at 662.4 MT, 2,134.8 MT and 47.7 MT. LPG bottling has also been the highest ever at 65.9 TMT.
Another highlight of the financial year has been the successful commissioning and inauguration of the India-Bangladesh Friendship Pipeline by the Hon’ble PMs of India and Bangladesh on 18th of March 2023. The 1 MMTPA, 132 KM pipeline has been built to transport HSD from NRL’s Siliguri Marketing Terminal in West Bengal to Parbatipur in Bangladesh.
The Refinery is on a major capacity expansion drive to increase its capacity from 3 MMTPA to 9 MMTPA which also includes putting up of a Crude Oil Import Terminal in Paradip Port, Odisha and laying of a 1,640 KM Crude Oil Pipeline from Paradip to Numaligarh. NRL is also implementing the first of its kind Bio Refinery with bamboo biomass as feedstock at Numaligarh through a JV Company with Finnish collaborators. The Bio Refinery expected to be commissioned by the end of 2023 would produce 49,000 tonnes of Ethanol and other chemicals; contributing to the nation’s objective of achieving 20% ethanol blending in petrol by the year 2025.
Hon’ble Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Shri Hardeep Singh Puri in his recent tweets as below acknowledged and announced the exemplary performance of this North East India based PSU:
Ministry of Finance
In further continuation of its MSME Support & Outreach Campaign already undertaken by the present Government, it asks the Heads of all the Public Sector Banks to do an in-depth analysis of the progress made and issues in availability of credit, still being faced by the MSMEs; To make all out sincere efforts to ensure that during the process of formalisation, the MSMEs may not suffer in want of credit which should be available to them as per the extant guidelines
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises  form an important component of the Indian Economy and contribute significantly to the country’s GDP, exports, industrial output, employment generation etc. During the past few years, the said Sector has been facing constraints on several fronts. In this regard, an MSME outreach initiative was launched by the Prime Minister on 2nd November, 2018 to provide access to credit, access to market, technology up-gradation, Ease of doing Business and a sense of security for employees of MSMEs. Twelve announcements were made to address each of these 5 categories:
In order to take the initiative further, it has been decided by the Government of India to continue to consolidate gains of the Outreach Campaign. In an Official Communication to the Chairman, SBI and MDs & CEOs of all Public Sector Banks , it is therefore, requested that a CGM/GM level officer may be specifically designated to do an in-depth analysis of the progress made and issues in availability of credit, still being faced by the MSMEs. While doing the analysis and corrective action thereof, the nodal GM may, inter alia, collect stepwise information on the following:-
1) Details of MSMEs who are taking credit from the bank
2) Details of MSME accounts that are NPA
3) Details of MSME accounts where restructuring/ resolution has been done as per RBI circular dated 1st January, 2019
4) Details of new MSMEs covered during the campaign
5) Details of MSMEs still uncovered
A Proforma for submitting Weekly Reports to Department of Financial Services , Ministry of Finance is being sent separately to these PSBs. The campaign will be supervised by ED in-charge of MSME Financing.
The Heads of all PSBs have been also asked that all sincere efforts should be made so that during the process of formalisation, the MSMEs may not suffer in want of credit which should be available to them as per the extant guidelines.
Prime Minister's Office
PM to participate in programme to name 21 largest unnamed islands of Andaman & Nicobar Islands after 21 Param Vir Chakra awardees on 23rd January
Naming of islands after the Param Vir Chakra Awardees will be an everlasting tribute to them
In line with PM’s endeavour to give due honour and recognition to real-life heroes
PM to also unveil model of National Memorial dedicated to Netaji to be constructed on Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep
On Parakram Diwas, Prime Minister will participate in a ceremony to name 21 largest unnamed islands of Andaman & Nicobar Islands after 21 Param Vir Chakra awardees on 23rd January at 11 AM via video conferencing. During the programme, Prime Minister will also unveil the model of the National Memorial dedicated to Netaji to be built on Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep.
Keeping in mind the historic significance of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands and to honour the memory of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, Ross Islands was renamed as Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Dweep by the Prime Minister during his visit to the Island in 2018. Neil Island and Havelock Island were also renamed as Shaheed Dweep and Swaraj Dweep.
Giving due respect to the real-life heroes of the country has always been accorded highest priority by the Prime Minister. Going ahead with this spirit, it has now been decided to name the 21 largest unnamed islands of the island group after 21 Param Vir Chakra awardees. The largest unnamed island will be named after the first Param Vir Chakra awardee, the second largest unnamed island will be named after the second Param Vir Chakra awardee, and so on. This step will be an everlasting tribute to our heroes, several of whom had made the ultimate sacrifice to protect the sovereignty and integrity of the nation.
These islands have been named after the 21 Param Vir Chakra awardees, viz. Major Somnath Sharma; Subedar and Hony Captain  Karam Singh, MM; 2nd Lt. Rama Raghoba Rane; Nayak Jadunath Singh; Company Havildar Major Piru Singh; Capt GS Salaria; Lieutenant Colonel  Dhan Singh Thapa; Subedar Joginder Singh; Major Shaitan Singh; CQMH. Abdul Hamid; Lt Col Ardeshir Burzorji Tarapore; Lance Naik Albert Ekka; Major Hoshiar Singh; 2nd Lt. Arun Khetrapal; Flying Officer Nirmaljit Singh Sekhon; Major Ramaswamy Parameswaran; Naib Subedar Bana Singh; Captain Vikram Batra; Lt Manoj Kumar Pandey; Subedar Major  Sanjay Kumar; and Subedar Major Retd  Grenadier Yogendra Singh Yadav.
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
Shri Nitin Gadkari Lays Foundation Stone for Development and Maintenance of Inter-Modal Station in Nagpur
Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Shipping and Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation Shri Nitin Gadkari laid the foundation stone for development and maintenance of Inter-Modal Station - IMS at Ajni Railway Station in Nagpur today. IMS is a passenger terminal infrastructure which integrates various transportation modes like rail, road, mass rapid transit system , bus rapid transit  and other para-modal transportation modes. Inter-modal stations allow passengers to change transportation modes during transit without leaving the station premises.
Speaking on the occasion Shri Gadkari stressed upon adopting new ideas for improving transport facilities in towns and cities. He also called upon planners to aim for reducing city congestion by aggregation of transportation nodes in the city, by effective city evacuation, and by eliminating traffic due to transit passengers. The Minister emphasised on providing better passenger convenience for various transport modes and to bring synergies into the available infrastructure.
The IMS facility will include world-class amenities like Integrated ticket counters, transit platforms, travelators, lifts, spacious waiting rooms, retail shops, food courts etc. leading to improved convenience and comfort for transit passengers. the station has been designed for horizon year 2050 with the capacity to handle 3.24 lakh passengers every day. The capital cost of this project is Rs. 1588.81 crore out of which cost of development of IMS Nagpur including relocation of Railway Quarters, Structures is Rs. 1288.81 crore, while the cost of improvement of road connectivity to IMS Nagpur is Rs. 300 crore.
The project includes construction of an environment-friendly building – its roof will be designed so as to collect rain water for harvesting, and for installation of solar panels to reduce the overall energy consumption. The complex will provide world-class amenities like integrated ticket counters, Kiosks, transit platforms, travellators, escalators, lifts, spacious waiting rooms, retail shops, food courts etc. leading to improved convenience and comfort for transit passengers. It will have car parking for 1000 cars, 148 Bus Bays, Internal roads for circulation.